Data Migration Specialist

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Ascendion is a full-service digital engineering solutions company. We make and manage software platforms and products that power growth and deliver captivating experiences to consumers and employees. Our engineering, cloud, data, experience design, and talent solution capabilities accelerate transformation and impact for enterprise clients. Headquartered in New Jersey, our workforce of 6,000 Ascenders delivers solutions from around the globe. Ascendion is built differently to engineer the next.

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About the Role: We are seeking experienced Data Migration Engineers to support a large-scale migration of Tableau dashboards to QuickSight. This is a critical project requiring hands-on expertise in both Tableau and QuickSight. The ideal candidate will also bring strong backend data skills (SQL) and a customer-focused mindset to ensure a seamless transition and alignment with business needs.

Job Title: Data Migration Engineer

Responsibilities

• Conduct a comprehensive inventory of existing Tableau dashboards, identifying features, data sources, and calculated fields for migration.
• Collaborate with Subject Matter Data Engineers (SMEs) across various verticals (e.g., Power, Renewable, Water, and Sustainability) to understand requirements and map out migration plans.
• Lead the "lift-and-shift" migration of Tableau assets into QuickSight, optimizing dashboards for performance and usability.
• Evaluate QuickSight’s capabilities and limitations compared to Tableau, providing recommendations and solutions to maintain functionality.
• Assist with backend data modifications and integrations using SQL to avoid feature compromises during migration.
• Partner with engineering teams and stakeholders to prioritize features and refine requirements for QuickSight dashboards.
• Guide end-users and customers in understanding the differences between Tableau and QuickSight while addressing their needs and expectations.
• Develop and execute a migration roadmap in collaboration with stakeholders, ensuring timely delivery of key dashboards.
• Support the team in identifying and consolidating dashboards that may not need to be migrated.
• Act as a mentor and provide technical support to team members with less experience in QuickSight.

Minimum Qualifications:

• 7 years of experience in data visualization and dashboard development with expertise in Tableau and QuickSight.
• Strong proficiency in backend data systems, including SQL, and experience working with complex data sources.
• Proven ability to work with cross-functional teams, including engineering, research, and business stakeholders.
• Experience interacting with customers to prioritize requirements and refine deliverables.
• Familiarity with AWS tools and environments is a plus.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines effectively.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with legacy data migration projects in large organizations.
• Knowledge of data analytics in renewable energy or sustainability verticals.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.

Location: 100% Onsite in Seattle, WA

Salary Range: The salary for this position is between $120K/year- $160K/Year. Factors that may affect pay within this range may include geography/market, skills, education, experience, and other qualifications of the successful candidate.

Benefits: The Company offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements: [medical insurance] [dental insurance] [vision insurance] [401(k) retirement plan] [long-term disability insurance] [short-term disability insurance] [5 personal days accrued each calendar year. The Paid time off benefits meet the paid sick and safe time laws that pertain to the City/ State] [10-15 day of paid vacation time] [6 paid holidays and 1 floating holiday per calendar year] [Ascendion Learning Management System]

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